Permits and Inspections    


FOR CROSS CONNECTION, BACKFLOWS OR IRRIGATION:
William Cuevas: 972-286-4477 Ext 236

Javier Sanchez: 972-286-4477 Ext 235 


Current Building Codes:
 2021 International Codes
2020 National Electrical Code (NEC)


For Inspections, please call 214-217-5425
Call before 4 p.m. for next business day inspection

Please include Name, address of construction, type of inspection
All construction shall be accessible and/or exposed for inspection and shall not be covered unless authorized by 

city building official.
 

Contractor registration: 
Please click on link below, fill form and upload Master driver's license, state license and proof of insurance in order to register. Permit and registration can be done at the same time. 


TO SUBMIT ONLINE CLICK HERE



Residential Rental Property Registration & Renewal

PROPERTY MUST BE VACANT FOR INSPECTION

General Provisions Sect: 1-13

Could be punishable by fine not to exceed $500.00

If you own residential rental property in the City of Balch Springs, you are required to register all of your units.  Registrations are valid two years from the date of initial registration for a $35 Fee/unit. Landlords/owners who have previously registered, please be reminded that your biannual registration renewal date may be fast approaching. 

Program violators, or failure to register and/or have your rental property inspected will result in fines and penalties up to $500, per amended ordinance No. 3216-16.     

Obtain forms at city hall or printable online for convenience. https://portal.iworq.net/BALCHSPRINGS/new-permit/602/318